Electronic drums offer a lot of things that acoustic drums don’t. Whether it be synth sounds, music loops, or click track capabilities, there are a lot of things that would work well along with acoustic drum kits. So, electronic drum pads have become the hybrid solution. You can place them in your acoustic setup to …
The drummer is one of the most important members of any metal band. They provide the backbeats, rhythms, and most of the intensity. Without a drummer, a metal band wouldn’t sound as heavy. Because of this, metal drumming is highly popular and there are a lot of metal players out in the world. There’s a huge culture that spans across different continents …
Drummers have the role of being timekeepers for a band. That means that it’s their job to keep a steady tempo in everything they play so that the rest of the band can lean on them. If a drummer loses time, the band tends to lose time as well. So, you need to develop a …
History plays a big role in any musical instrument. Its first uses and how it has evolved over time are interesting concepts to look back on. Drums in particular have gone through many shapes and forms over the centuries. Rhythms can be played with just your hands and feet. So, the fact that ancient civilizations …
Electronic drum kits are a heavily debated topic in the drum world. They’ve been around for decades, but the best sounding kits have always been too expensive and inaccessible. Modern technology has made it easier to get better sounds for better prices. At the peak of that modern technology are Roland and Yamaha. These two …
Practice pads are essential tools for all drummers. They’re playing surfaces that allow a drummer to practice patterns and stickings without making a huge noise from their drums. They’re designed to be practical, portable, and give an authentic feel that you would experience from a real drum. When getting a drum pad, there are a few things that you …
An orchestra is a large group of instrumentalists led by a conductor. They typically have four sections which include strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Most people associate orchestras with classical music, meaning many people don’t listen to them. However, that’s not true. The biggest platform for orchestras to be heard in the modern world is …
Drum kits can sometimes be very expensive things to buy. The looming purchase of an expensive drum kit is enough to chase many beginners away. Like with everything else, there are some cheap options available. Cheap drum sets often have a bad reputation for sounding weak and not being durable. However, those are comments coming …
Drums can be a complex instrument at times. There are several factors that go into playing them such as coordination, technique, and dynamics. When working on your drumming ability there are some things you can single out to focus on certain skills. Snare drum exercises are a great tool to improve your technique and feel. …
Every drummer needs a drum kit. That seems like an obvious statement. However, your drum kit will become a reflection of you, meaning you need to be a lot of thought and decision into what drum kit you have. Drum sets are made in all shapes and sizes and have different metals, woods, and construction. …
